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DIY Vapor Rub

November 15, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

This DIY Vapor Rub Recipe is made with coconut oil and essential oils. It is quick and easy to make, Last winter we had a horrible virus work its way through our home. It left us all congested and miserable, but none more so than my daughter who has asthma. She was already on aRead More

Top 5 Frugality Myths

November 15, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

A frugal lifestyle can not only help you save money, but also helps reduce the amount of debt you carry over your lifetime. The word “frugal” sometimes creates certain preconceived notions of what it means to save money, as well as how to save money. However, many of these ideas about frugality are actually myths.Read More

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids

5 Thanksgiving Activities for Kids

November 14, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving is a great time to spend with friends and family celebrating the good things in life but it’s also a time when kids tend to be underfoot and asking for something to do.  Unfortunately, they get bored easily and really need something to do and that is where this list of 5 Kids ThanksgivingRead More

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Tips for Buying Gifts on Ebay

November 13, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

I do some of my Christmas shopping on Ebay. Yes, really! I have bought gently used toys for my youngest child from eBay on many  occasions. I’ve also bought out of print books, videos, games, and CDs for my older kids. Shopping on Ebay is frugal. It is a great place to find out-of-print or discontinuedRead More

Tips and Tricks for Eating Healthy on the Go

November 13, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

As the New Year approaches, so does the inevitable New Year’s resolution to eat healthier and lose weight.  Why not get a jump start on your resolutions and start making some changes today?  Changing what you eat at work or on-the-go can have a big impact on your health and weight loss goals.  We’ve allRead More

Cookie Recipes from the Hearth and Soul Hop

November 11, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! This week I am sharing my Christmas Chocolate Drop Cookies and  featuring cookie and bar recipes from last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop: Anise Cookies Country Raisin Gingersnaps ChristmasRead More

5 Tips for Traveling with Children

November 10, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Just in time for the travel season, Erika is sharing tips for traveling with children. Traveling with children can be tricky. Often times, parents will have anxiety about taking any type of trip with kids. Regardless of the length of the trip, being prepared is half of the battle. Being well prepared will reduce theRead More

sock snowman craft tutorial

How to Make a Sock Snowman

November 9, 2013 by Alea Milham 7 Comments

You probably already have everything you need to make this cute tube sock snowman craft. Here’s how to make a sock snowman with oatmeal, sand, or rice. Are you ready for Christmas? I sure am. I love Christmas, it is my favorite time of the year. I also love to make Christmas crafts. My homeRead More

6 Ways to Turn Black Friday Green This Year

November 9, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Daniel is sharing tips for making your Black Friday shopping trip a little “greener”. Almost prepared with your plan for Black Friday shopping, but wonder what you can do to green your experience this year? These tips will help you lessen your carbon impact on the environment while allowing you to come home with theRead More

10 Tips for Saving Money at Build a Bear Workshops

November 8, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Katie is sharing her tips for saving money at Build a Bear Workshop: Every mall has one, in fact most children under the age of fourteen can spot one from a mile away. It’s a Build a Bear Workshop! The bright yellow and blue trim beckon children to enter and stay awhile. Parents can’t helpRead More

Black Friday Sales Tip: Shop Online on Thanksgiving!

November 6, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Now that you know how to properly combine coupons with a sale, any savvy shopper is EXCITED for Black Friday Sales. However, don’t let the hype get to you and your pocketbook. Instead, know the Black Friday Shopping Tips and get ahead of the game! First things first, when shopping for Black Friday deals don’tRead More

6 Steps to getting Back on Track with Fitness-Tips for getting back on track with your diet and exercise routine after you have taken a break.

6 Steps to Getting Back on Track with Fitness and Exercise

November 5, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

  Getting back on track. It’s a phrase we hear often. Everyone knows what it’s like to “fall off the wagon”, and be too exhausted and defeated to get back up. My thing is, most people will say that they’re going to get back on track “next week”, or “tomorrow”, or the best/worst one everRead More

Autumn Harvest Recipes from the Hearth and Soul Hop

November 4, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! This week I am featuring Fall Harvest Recipes – in season recipes from last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop: Simple Pumpkin Soup / Aunt B on a Budget (I loveRead More

Honey Mustard Chicken and Vegetables – Cooking in a Wonderbag

November 4, 2013 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

“This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and WonderBag, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #WonderBag http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO.”   I made honey mustard chicken with vegetables by cooking in a Wonderbag. Every time I tell someone I cooked dinner in a Wonderbag they ask “What isRead More

How to Find Winter Maternity Clothes on a Budget

November 3, 2013 by Alea Milham 3 Comments

If you’ve read any of my posts you know that I like to have my cake and eat it too. I strive to purchase quality, stylish clothing while spending very little. Finding stylish and inexpensive maternity clothes is both an art and science, especially when it comes to finding maternity wear suitable for winter. WinterRead More

Green Thumb Gift Guide for the Gardener on Your List

November 3, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

Do you have a gardener on your Christmas list? My friend Kristi, of Orange Dragonfly Deals, helped me create a list of gift ideas for the gardener in your life. Each item is linked to Amazon so you can read a description and find product details, but you will be able to find many ofRead More

20 Toys That Help Develop Fine Motor Skills

November 2, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

My oldest two children both had fine motor delays. So when there was a gift giving opportunity, I would look for items that they would enjoy, but that would also help with improve their fine motor skills. Fast forward: my daughter is now an accomplished pianist and violinist and my son plays guitar and youRead More

Naturally Frugal Tip: Use Avocado Oil to Make Homemade Beauty Treatments

November 1, 2013 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

Maggie or Family Frugal Fun, is sharing 3 ways to use avocado oil to make homemade beauty treatments. Homemade Avocado Oil Beauty Treatments I enjoy making salon-quality beauty products at home. One of the ingredients commonly found in many skincare regiments is avocado oil.  Avocado oil is great for the skin and hair in lots ofRead More

10 Easy Ways to Recycle Eggshells

October 31, 2013 by Alea Milham 2 Comments

 Emily is sharing tips for reusing eggshells. To most people eggshells are useless things that are thrown away, but to the recycler or homesteader eggshells are natures best kept secret and useful for tons of things. For any tips related to human or animal consumption you do need to make sure the egg shells areRead More

Making Healthy Food Choices During the Holiday Season

October 29, 2013 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

1. Eat before you go. This may sound like a sure way to gain some weight, but filling up on healthy foods like fruits, veggies, nuts, and yogurt before you arrive to the dinner table is the best way to make sure you don’t over eat. At dinner, take a tablespoon-ish size helping of yourRead More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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